How to preorder the Samsung Galaxy S26 series - and where to find the best deals

Source: ZDNet

Samsung just announced three new phones in the Galaxy S26 series lineup, as well as an update to its earbuds in the Galaxy Buds 4 Pro.

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Most notably, the new Galaxy S26 Ultra comes with built‑in Privacy Display, which applies a block‑out tint when viewed at an angle, preventing strangers from snooping on your screen. The Galaxy Buds 4 Pro feature a wider woofer for full‑spectrum sound and intelligently adapt to real‑world conditions.

Pre‑orders start today, and all announced products will officially go on sale on Wednesday, March 11. Below is a guide to pre‑ordering each new Galaxy device and the retailers offering the best deals.

Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra

[Image: Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra in hand.]

Aside from the Privacy Display feature, Samsung’s highest‑end phone received the most upgrades, including Super‑Fast Charging 3.0, which can reach a 75 % charge in just 30 minutes. The camera also gained Enhanced Nightography Video and improved Super Steady capabilities. The Galaxy S26 Ultra starts at $1,300.

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Samsung Galaxy S26 Plus

[Image: Prakhar holding the Galaxy S26 Plus.]

The Galaxy S26 Plus introduces ProScaler, which improves image scaling so photos and videos appear richer and clearer by sharpening text and fine detail while smoothing textures. It is powered by the new Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 chipset, the same chip found in the Ultra. The Galaxy S26 Plus starts at $1,100.

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Samsung Galaxy S26

[Image: Samsung Galaxy S26 with its screen on.]

The base‑model Galaxy S26 is the most affordable, starting at $900, yet it shares the same chipset as the S26 + and S26 Ultra, delivering all the top Galaxy AI features and speedy performance. Color options include Cobalt Violet, White, Black, Sky Blue, plus two Samsung.com‑exclusive colors: Pink Gold and Silver Shadow.

Also: The best Samsung Galaxy S26 cases you can buy now

Galaxy Buds 4 Pro

[Image: Samsung Galaxy Buds 4 Pro with case open.]

The premium Galaxy Buds 4 Pro offer Head Gesture controls to manage calls and interact with Bixby hands‑free. They provide up to six hours of music playback with active noise cancellation (ANC) on, or seven hours with ANC off. The Buds 4 Pro start at $249.

Also: Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro 4 review: AirPods users may be envious

Galaxy Buds 4

[Image: Samsung Galaxy Buds 4 Pro in white.]

The Buds 4 feature an ultra‑sleek, ergonomic fit with smaller earbud heads for a secure, comfortable all‑day wear. Enhanced ANC can tune out everything from heavy transit noise to everyday background sounds. The Galaxy Buds 4 start at $179.